Pharmacy Intern: Patient Care & Immunizations

Walgreens; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Ames is seeking a Pharmacist to provide expert consulting on medication use, immunizations, and drug interactions. You will review, dispense and verify prescriptions while upholding regulatory guidelines and company policies.

The role supports pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and patient-focused services, aiming to improve customer experience and clinical outcomes in a retail setting.

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain a Pharm D degree from an accredited institution prior to the start date.
• Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 90 days of hire per district guidelines.
• Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with products and services to ensure a positive experience.
• Counsel patients on medicine usage, side effects, interactions and privacy.
• Perform compounding, verification, and medication management tasks as workload allows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support efficient pharmacy workflow and inventory.
• Maintain pharmacy systems knowledge and support insurance claims and audits.
• Assist with staff training, performance coaching, and community outreach.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Pharmacy operations

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)

Pharmacist licensure

Job description

Walgreens in Ames is seeking a Pharmacist to provide expert consulting on medication use, immunizations, and drug interactions. You will review, dispense and verify prescriptions while upholding regulatory guidelines and company policies.

The role supports pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and patient-focused services, aiming to improve customer experience and clinical outcomes in a retail setting.